Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
On the Floor
Johan is working with an architect on a facility that will be used as a
data-management center. The main portion of the building is open
office space on a raised floor. Because of the open nature of the floor
plan, many floor boxes are needed for power and communications
distribution. He is able to accommodate the design requirements by
using face-hosted components that are hosted by the floor system. His
plan views show the locations of the boxes with a standard symbol, and
he is able to coordinate the locations with the office furniture layout.
Devices or outlets can be placed in floors or ceilings as well. To do so, you
need to select the Place On Face option from the Placement panel of the
contextual tab after you have chosen your device. This enables you to place
devices such as speakers onto the ceilings within your model, as shown in
